The Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center (GACTC) became aware of allegations related to Executive Director, Eric Palmer, on November 8, 2024. The GACTC takes the allegations seriously and took appropriate action in the interim. The GACTC will fully cooperate with any investigation. Mrs. Nicole Zernick will be serving as Interim Executive Director.

Events for November 4 - June 27, 2023

GACTC OFFERS WORKSHOPS FOR PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM APPLICANTS

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

The GACTC invites individuals interested in enrolling in the Practical Nursing program to join us for workshops to provide study skills and test taking strategies for the TEAS entrance exam and assistance with the application items for the Practical Nursing program.  The TEAS exam is the required entrance exam for the program. The workshops will be offered from 5:00 to 7:00 pm the following dates at the GACTC: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Tuesday, June 6, 2023 Faculty and staff from the GACTC adult education team and Practical Nursing program will highlight study skills, strategies for test taking, [...]

Adult Education Open House – April 18, 2023

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

Join us on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at the GACTC from 5:00 to 7:00 pm for an open house to tour the facility, learn about our adult career training programs, financial aid opportunities, and more! During the open house, participants can view demonstrations in the following career training programs: Expanded Function Dental Assistant Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Assistant Phlebotomy Practical Nursing Welding Our affordable programs are designed to provide the necessary training and industry certifications needed to start a career in an exciting new field. During the open house, GACTC faculty and staff will provide information [...]

GACTC OFFERS WORKSHOPS FOR PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM APPLICANTS

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

The GACTC invites individuals interested in enrolling in the Practical Nursing program to join us for workshops to provide study skills and test taking strategies for the TEAS entrance exam and assistance with the application items for the Practical Nursing program.  The TEAS exam is the required entrance exam for the program. The workshops will be offered from 5:00 to 7:00 pm the following dates at the GACTC: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Tuesday, June 6, 2023 Faculty and staff from the GACTC adult education team and Practical Nursing program will highlight study skills, strategies for test taking, [...]

Learn about the Expanded Function Dental Assistant program!

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

Interested in a rewarding career as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)? You are invited to join us on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at the GACTC from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm for an event to learn about the important role of an EFDA in our dental offices. Our EFDA diploma program prepares individuals for various industry-valued credentials, including licensure within the State of Pennsylvania for radiology and as an EFDA. During the event, attendees can shadow our current students, learn about the roles and duties of expanded function dental assistants, meet the instructor, learn about financial aid opportunities and student [...]

GACTC OFFERS WORKSHOPS FOR PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM APPLICANTS

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

The GACTC invites individuals interested in enrolling in the Practical Nursing program to join us for workshops to provide study skills and test taking strategies for the TEAS entrance exam and assistance with the application items for the Practical Nursing program.  The TEAS exam is the required entrance exam for the program. The workshops will be offered from 5:00 to 7:00 pm the following dates at the GACTC: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Tuesday, June 6, 2023 Faculty and staff from the GACTC adult education team and Practical Nursing program will highlight study skills, strategies for test taking, [...]

Learn about the Medical Assistant and Medical Administrative Assistant programs!

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

Interested in a rewarding career as a Medical Assistant (MA) or Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA)? You are invited to join us on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at the GACTC from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for an event to learn about the important role of medical assistant and medical administrative assistants in our healthcare system. Our MA and MAA diploma programs prepares individuals for various industry-valued credentials, including certification as a medical assistant or medical administrative assistant. During the event, attendees can shadow our current students, learn about the roles and duties of medical assistants and medical administrative assistants, meet the [...]

Adult Education Open House – June 27, 2023

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

Join us on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at the GACTC from 5:00 to 7:00 pm for an open house to tour the facility, learn about our adult career training programs, financial aid opportunities, and more! During the open house, participants can view demonstrations in the following career training programs: Expanded Function Dental Assistant Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Assistant Phlebotomy Practical Nursing Welding Our affordable programs are designed to provide the necessary training and industry certifications needed to start a career in an exciting new field. During the open house, GACTC faculty and staff will provide information [...]

Open House

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

Drop by on December 5 between 5 and 7 pm to learn more about the GACTC’s 25+ programs for high school and adult learners. You’ll have the opportunity to tour our facility, chat with instructors, and find out more about all we have to offer. Adults can learn more about which financial aid options they might be eligible for, too. For more information, please contact us at (814) 941-8324.

Student Showcase

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

Parents/guardians of current GACTC students are invited to join us for an exclusive glimpse into innovation, creativity, and skills that our students are crafting.

OPEN HOUSE FOR ADULT PROGRAMS

Drop by on April 18 between 5 and 7 pm to learn more about the GACTC’s programs for adult learners. You’ll have the opportunity to tour our facility, chat with instructors, and find out more about all we have to offer. Additionally, you can learn more about which financial aid options are available, too. For more information, please contact us at (814) 941-8324.

Learn about the Dental Assistant & Medical Assistant adult career training programs!

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

Interested in a rewarding career as a dental assistant or medical assistant? You are invited to join us on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at the GACTC for an event to learn about the important role of dental assistants and medical assistants in our healthcare system. Our dental assistant and medical assistant diploma programs prepare individuals for various industry-valued credentials and certifications. During the event, attendees may shadow current students, learn about the roles and duties of dental assistants and medical assistants, meet the instructors, learn about financial aid opportunities and student services, and tour our classrooms and labs. Individuals may attend [...]

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